The Saving Sloths Together (SST) program was founded in 2017 by The Toucan Rescue
Ranch and The Sloth Institute with the purpose of combining each organization’s skills and
knowledge to improve the process of sloth rescue, rehabilitation and release in Costa Rica.
Together, we are able to combine the best medical care, scientific expertise, dedication and
passion to provide the very best experience for every sloth needing help for a second
chance at a life in the wild.

Toucan Rescue Ranch (TRR): was founded in 2004 for the purpose to rescue, rehabilitate,
and release Costa Rican wildlife. TRR receives and cares for confiscated, sick, and injured
wildlife from government agencies. We give the animals a loving home while providing
appropriate medical treatment and rehabilitation in order to return them safely to the wild.
TRR is a legal foundation in Costa Rica and is a 501(c)3 tax deductible non-profit. Our
headquarters are located in the San Isidro, Heredia in the central region of Costa Rica.
The Sloth Institute Costa Rica (TSI) was founded in 2014 for the purpose of enhancing the
welfare of captive and wild sloths through research and education. We also collaborate with
Toucan Rescue Ranch on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sloths. TSI is a legal nonprofit
in Costa Rica and fiscally sponsored by a US 501(c)(3) tax deductible non-profit. Our
headquarters are located in the Manuel Antonio rainforest maritime zone property at Tulemar
Resort a short distance from Manuel Antonio National Park.

TSI has a three part mission.
1) RESEARCH of captive, wild and recently released sloths including collaborations with
conservationists and scientists around the world
2) EDUCATION to generate and disseminate responsible information about sloths
3) CONSERVATION programs that negate human encroachment issues impacting sloths
welfare and habitat.

LOCATION
TRR headquarters in Heredia, Costa Rica.

Position Description:
The Sloth Saving Sloths Together program (SST) accepts up to 2 sloth nanny interns a year
to support the sloth rehabilitation and release program. We are looking for an active,
passionate individual to help us elevate our sloth release program.
The Sloth Nanny Intern absolutely must have the ability to work long days (12+ hours) with
very little time off. In addition, because most of this work will occur at all hours of the day or
night, this person will need to be able to work when tired.
This person must be extremely dedicated to sloth conservation and willing to forgo personal
comfort for the benefit of the animals. You may be sweaty, wet, cold, sleepy, sore, and tired
but you'll still feel that there is no other place in the world that you would rather be than
helping sloths recover so that they can one day live in the jungle again. The ideal person will
eat, sleep, breathe and dream about sloths!

Qualifications/Experience:
All applicants must be physically fit, healthy, excellent communication skills, a strong interest
in animal welfare and conservation and a great sense of humor.
Coursework or experience in veterinary science, zoology, wildlife ecology, or a related field is
required. Experience traveling to a tropical country and living in rainforest conditions are a
plus.
This person must have previous experience hand raising/feeding delicate animals.
Spanish language skills are a plus.
Must complete required vaccinations and purchase current international health insurance
prior to arrival in Costa Rica.

Salary/Funding: This is a voluntary self-funded position. You will be responsible for all travel
expenses/flights and immigration expenses. Room in shared house and basic meals will be
provided. WIFI, electricity and running water will be included.

Term of Appointment: Must be willing to stay at least 6 months with an option for extension
upon review. Position begins in June 2018.

To apply please send you CV and letter of interest to volunteer@theslothinstitute.org